Geneva Travel Guide

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Geneva
Geneva
Geneva
Geneva
Geneva

Walkthe historic streets and shady parks of Geneva, a city whose art, museums andculture have been enhanced by its status as a global meeting place.

Visit Geneva to find one of the world’smost significant meeting points, built around the picturesque Rhone River andthe calm waters of Lake Geneva. Not only home to the United Nations headquarters, the Red Cross and several otherinternational bodies, this city is also famed for its history and parks.

Explore Geneva’s Old Town and find thebirthplace of philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Take your camera up the stairsof Cathédrale St. Pierre and capture views of the city. Browse exhibits at the MuséeInternational de la Reforme to learn about the reformation in France and Switzerland.

Delve further into history at MaisonTavel. This ancient mansion has been renovated several times over thecenturies. Today it preserves the memory of old Geneva as a modern museum.Explore the history of the Red Cross and its work at the International RedCross and Red Crescent Museum.

Geneva provides plenty to do for theavid art fan. Visit the Musée d’Art etd’Histoire and witness the works of ancient masters, some of which dateback to the Renaissance and ancient world. The Musée d’Art Moderne etContemporain provides a taste of more modern styles. Examine artefacts andwoodcuts from the Far East at the Musée des Arts d’Extrême Orient. Fans ofpottery and ceramics can admire pieces at the Musée Ariana.

After a taste of the urban,enjoy some of Geneva’s peaceful and historic parks. Read a book in the shade orpay your respects to the reformation monument at Bastions Park. Walk the EnglishGarden and check the time on the iconic Horlage Fleurie, a clock made fromflower arrangements.

As evening approaches, walk thewaterfront of Lake Geneva. Take in panoramic views of the French Alps as youenjoy a meal along the promenade. Be sure to photograph the Jet d’Eau, whose 140-metre (450-foot)fountain is lit up at night. After dinner, visit Victoria Hall or the GrandThéâtre de Genève for a show.

Where to stay in Geneva

Geneva featuring heritage architecture

Geneva City Centre

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Geneva City Centre. Check out top attractions like Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Geneva City Centre
Geneva featuring heritage architecture

Downtown Geneva

4/5(21 area reviews)

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Geneva. Check out top attractions like Flower Clock and Rue du Rhône, and jump on the metro at Coutance Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown Geneva
Saint-Pierre Cathedral showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Geneva Old Town

Historical sites, lake views and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Geneva Old Town. Sights like Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Place du Bourg-de-Four are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Geneva area at Molard Tram Stop.

Geneva Old Town
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Cornavin

4/5(3 area reviews)

While you're in Cornavin, take in top sights like St. James Way and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Cornavin
Geneva featuring heritage architecture

Rues Basses - Old Town

Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Flower Clock or Rue du Rhône while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.

Rues Basses - Old Town
Geneva which includes a monument and a garden

Les Pâquis

Noted for its lake views and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Les Pâquis. Top attractions like Paquis Baths and Brunswick Monument are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Butini Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Les Pâquis
Hotel Suisse

Hotel Suisse

3 out of 5
10 Place Cornavin Geneva GE
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely room (size wise def worth upgrading from budget to standard single). Clean and bright, brilliant location next to central station.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hotel Suisse
citizenM Geneva

citizenM Geneva

4 out of 5
31-33 Rue de la Rotisserie Geneva
The price is NZ$324 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$324
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Nice and very clean room! Will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

citizenM Geneva
Hotel Royal

Hotel Royal

4.5 out of 5
Rue de Lausanne 41-43 Geneva
The price is NZ$349 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$349
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
My room was very clean and the staff were welcoming and very nice, I had an enjoyable stay

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hotel Royal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Geneve Mont Blanc

Aparthotel Adagio Geneve Mont Blanc

3 out of 5
Rue Thalberg 4 Geneva GE
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (613 reviews)
This is a lovely property. We booked a balcony with a retractable awning (with a spiral staircase to the room!) with excellent views of Geneva and the lake. Easy access to the old town, markets and the Lake itself. The room had underfloor heating and the bed had a memory foam mattress (or similar) ...

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Geneve Mont Blanc
Adina Apartment Hotel Geneva

Adina Apartment Hotel Geneva

4 out of 5
Route de Meyrin 125, 1219 Vernier
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Vernier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
Clean room, large size, close to airport, groceries in foyer if needed.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Geneva
Appart'City Collection Genève Aéroport Vernier

Appart'City Collection Genève Aéroport Vernier

3 out of 5
Chemin de Mouille-Galand 5 Vernier
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Vernier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)
Very nice and clean room. Easy check in. Helpful staff

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Appart'City Collection Genève Aéroport Vernier
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Geneva

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Top destination
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I think it will be a nice place to visit in Summer. We were unfortunate that UN tour suspended and Geneva motor show cancelled because of the Covid-19. What we did was walking around the lake and shopping street this Spring.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It’s expensive !

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Geneva is a city very rich in culture with influences from accross the world, which makes it very unique. There is just so much to do and see in Geneva.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful city with great public transport

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Although expensive to live good transport and other services

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great place for a few days

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